Chief Engineer Certificate of Competency
Highest level marine engineering certification qualifying for chief engineer positions with full responsibility for all machinery and engineering operations.
Course Description
The Chief Engineer Certificate of Competency represents the pinnacle of marine engineering qualifications. This prestigious certification qualifies holders for the position of Chief Engineer, bearing ultimate responsibility for all machinery, engineering operations, and technical aspects of vessel management.
Chief Engineers manage entire engineering departments, oversee major repairs and drydockings, control technical budgets, ensure regulatory compliance, and serve as the vessel's senior technical authority. This comprehensive and rigorous program prepares senior engineers for these demanding responsibilities through advanced study in engineering management, leadership, and specialized technical systems.
Course Objectives
- Master all aspects of marine engineering and propulsion systems
- Develop expertise in engineering department management
- Learn budget management and resource allocation
- Understand regulatory compliance and classification requirements
- Master planned maintenance and drydocking management
- Develop leadership and personnel management skills
- Gain expertise in environmental compliance and energy efficiency
- Understand procurement, spare parts management, and technical documentation
Entry Requirements
Prerequisites
- Minimum age: 24 years
- Hold Second Engineer Certificate of Competency
- Minimum 18 months sea service as Second Engineer
- All STCW certifications current and valid
- Demonstrated exceptional performance and leadership
Required Documents
- Valid passport
- Seafarer medical certificate
- Certificate of Discharge Book (CDC)
- Comprehensive sea service testimonials
- Second Engineer COC with all endorsements
- Detailed competency assessments
- Letters of recommendation from Chief Engineers
Extensive engineering experience and demonstrated management capabilities required. Rigorous selection process.
Terms & Conditions
- Maintain minimum 95% attendance
- Pass all examination modules (minimum 80%)
- Complete comprehensive management case studies
- Demonstrate exceptional technical and leadership competency
- Pass oral examination by examining panel
- Complete advanced simulator assessments
- Successfully complete all practical evaluations
How to Register
Comprehensive Application
Submit complete application with all documentation
Extended Verification
Complete verification process (4-6 weeks)
Selection Board
Attend selection board interview and comprehensive assessment
Final Acceptance
Receive acceptance and complete enrollment
